7-Day Sweden Road Trip from Stockholm traveling south to Västervik, Kalmar, and Linköping

Your road trip adventure in Sweden begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Stockholm. You’ll stay in Stockholm for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Stockholm has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kungsträdgården. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,989 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm, Stockholms Gästabud. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,901 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm is Östermalms saluhall. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,416 customers.

Locals recommend Hotel Rival as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,759 customers.

Stockholm also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Stockholm is Akkurat - Restaurang Södermalm. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,690 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Stockholm is Barrels. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,495 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pub Anchor. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,371 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Sweden!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Stockholm has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Stockholm by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Stockholm. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Stockholm, like the extraordinary Fotografiska. This attraction is a kunsthalle and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 16,718 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Stockholm, which gets around 237,964 annual visits, is the spectacular Nordic Museum. This attraction is a museum of culture and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,344 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing ABBA: The Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,560 visitors.

Vasa Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This maritime museum is a popular destination among visitors in Stockholm. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,799 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 1,220,429 visitors.

Your discovery of Stockholm does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Stockholm on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Sweden, be sure to eat at Restaurant Pelikan, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,836 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Stockholm is the popular Rolfs Kök. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,344 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Stockholm is Café Schweizer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,153 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Hotel Rival is one of the best bars in the city of Stockholm for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,759 customers.

Stampen is another of the most popular bars in the city of Stockholm. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,511 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Stockholm is Wirströms Pub. Wirströms Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,626 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Stockholm!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Sweden, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Stockholm. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Västervik. You’ll stay in Västervik for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stockholm’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Stockholm, start your day with a visit to the amazing Stockholm Palace. This much-appreciated royal palace and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 38,682 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Open-air museum Skansen. This open-air museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 29,434 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Open-air museum Skansen welcomes 1,300,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of Natural History to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Museum of Natural History is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,515 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stockholm has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Västervik. Västervik offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Rågö Skärgårdsby och Naturreservat. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 130 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sweden!

Day 4 of your road trip through Sweden gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Borgholm and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Kalmar. You will stay in Kalmar for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Borgholm is the amazing Borgholm Castle. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,055 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cafe, Solliden Palace. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,754 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Borgholm by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Sweden. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kalmar, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try E. A. T, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalmar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,152 customers.

Locals also recommend Kolgrill Kalmar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kalmar. Kolgrill Kalmar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kalmar is Gröna Stugan. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 679 customers.

After dinner, visit Kalmar Kött & Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kalmar. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 866 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Slipkajen. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 336 customers.

Alternatively, Pipes of Scotland Kalmar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Kalmar. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 324 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Sweden!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Kalmar and embark on a scenic drive to Linköping, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kalmar before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kalmar. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kalmar stadspark. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 501 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kalmar Castle. This attraction, a beloved castle, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,333 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kalmar is the stunning Skälby 4H-gård. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,232 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Katthult. This attraction is a fictional farm that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,180 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like De Klomp. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,059 customers.

Locals also recommend Simon's Roastery & Bakery, another of the best restaurants in Linköping. Simon's Roastery & Bakery is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Grekiskt & Gott. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 985 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Backen Ölcafé to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Linköping, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 538 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Stångs Magasin. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Stångs Magasin has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 832 customers.

Mocca deli Linköping is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Sweden, and look forward to more great days to come!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Linköping and embark on a scenic drive to Stockholm, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Linköping and Nyköping before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Linköping. When you’re eager to explore the hamlet and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Wildfire. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,210 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Gruvstugan and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Nyköping has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Stendörren nature reserve. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,545 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Nynäs Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 766 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nyköping, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Stockholm. When you arrive in Stockholm you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurang Hantverket. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,768 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurang Prinsen, another of the best restaurants in Stockholm. Restaurang Prinsen is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurang Farang. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Pharmarium to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Stockholm, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Nomad. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Nomad has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,155 customers.

Portal is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Sweden, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 7 of your road trip in Sweden is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Stockholm before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Humlegården is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Stockholm. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,960 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Stockholm and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Sweden.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Stockholm at Restaurant Slingerbulten before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,456 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Glashuset Restaurant & Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Stockholm. The Glashuset Restaurant & Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,510 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Stockholm. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Sweden!